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The Michigan gubernatorial race has narrowed to Jocelyn Benson and John James following their primary victories on Aug. 4. Benson easily secured the Democratic nomination after defeating Chris Swanson, while James won the Republican nomination with roughly half the vote. Both candidates emphasized a focus on delivering results while addressing concerns regarding national influences like Donald Trump.

Democrat Jocelyn Benson and Republican John James will face off in the Nov. 3 general election for Michigan governor, with education as a key issue. Benson emphasizes equitable school funding and higher teacher salaries, while James supports expanding school choice and federal tax credit scholarships. Both candidates won their primary elections against opponents Chris Swanson and Perry Johnson.

John James secured the Republican nomination for Michigan governor, defeating Perry Johnson. He will face Jocelyn Benson, who won the Democratic nomination against Chris Swanson, in the November election.

John James has won the Republican nomination for Michigan governor, as projected by the Associated Press. He is a two-term congressman from Michigan's 10th District who received an endorsement from President Donald Trump, leading to Mike Cox's withdrawal from the race. James will face either Jocelyn Benson or Chris Swanson in the general election.

Jocelyn Benson accepted the Democratic nomination for Michigan governor after defeating Genesee County Sheriff Chris Swanson in the primary. She was considered the frontrunner in the race.

Jocelyn Benson won Michigan's Democratic gubernatorial primary, securing a spot in the November general election. She will face the Republican primary winner, either John James or Perry Johnson, and has focused on issues like costs, wages, and efficiency reforms.

Michigan Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson (D) and President Trump-endorsed Rep. John James (R-Mich.) are projected to face off in the Michigan governor’s race this fall, according to Decision Desk HQ. Benson defeated Genesee County Sheriff Chris Swanson for the Democratic nomination, while James defeated businessman Perry Johnson for the Republican nomination.

Jocelyn Benson won the Democratic gubernatorial primary over Chris Swanson with an 85% to 15% lead, securing the nomination for governor. Benson outperformed Swanson in fundraising, raising $4.9 million compared to Swanson's $722,000, and received support from national and state Democratic organizations.

Michigan Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson won the Democratic nomination for governor, defeating Genesee County Sheriff Chris Swanson. She will face either Rep. John James or Perry Johnson in the general election.

Michigan Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson won the Democratic primary for governor, defeating Genesee County Sheriff Chris Swanson. She will face either Rep. John James or Perry Johnson in the general election, with the race highlighted by election security and policy issues.

Jocelyn Benson has won the Democratic nomination for Michigan governor, according to the Associated Press. She previously served as Michigan's Secretary of State and defeated Genesee County Sheriff Chris Swanson in the primary. Benson will face either John James or Perry Johnson in the November general election.

The Michigan Democratic gubernatorial primary features candidates Jocelyn Benson, Secretary of State, and Chris Swanson, Genesee County Sheriff. The article references their official roles and names without specifying election outcomes.

Candidates for Michigan's 2026 gubernatorial race, including John James, Jocelyn Benson, Perry Johnson, and Chris Swanson, discussed priorities like education, affordability, and public safety. Current Governor Gretchen Whitmer is term-limited. Interviews were conducted by Local 4 ahead of the August 4 primary election.

The 2026 Michigan primary election on Aug. 4 will include races for governor, U.S. Senate, and multiple U.S. House seats. Key gubernatorial candidates are Jocelyn Benson and Chris Swanson (Democratic) and John James, Perry Johnson, and Mike Cox (Republican). For U.S. Senate, Haley Stevens and Abdul El-Sayed (Democratic) and Mike Rogers (Republican) are among the candidates. Several districts have multiple candidates for U.S. House seats.

The article examines the positions of Michigan governor candidates on taxes, housing, and affordability. It lists the candidates as Jocelyn Benson, John James, Perry Johnson, and Chris Swanson, noting their party affiliations.

Michigan gubernatorial candidates addressed health care issues including affordability, Medicaid funding, mental health, and aging. Candidates emphasized medical price transparency, with Democrats advocating cost control regulations and Republicans promoting competition to reduce prices. Perry Johnson declined to provide detailed responses, citing tax reforms instead.

The article outlines the positions of Michigan governor candidates on health care costs and access. Candidates listed include Jocelyn Benson, John James, Perry Johnson, and Chris Swanson.

The article provides fact checks of Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson and Genesee County Sheriff Chris Swanson on their statements about data centers, energy, and other topics.

Michigan's 2026 primary election on Aug. 4 includes key races for governor, U.S. Senate, and multiple U.S. House districts. Term-limited Gov. Gretchen Whitmer and outgoing Sen. Gary Peters are not seeking reelection, leading to competitive open-seat contests with multiple candidates in each race.

A statewide policy group in Michigan is advocating for two additional literacy reforms, citing Mississippi's success in improving reading scores, while candidates in the gubernatorial race express mixed views. The state currently ranks 44th in fourth-grade reading, with existing budget funding for three reforms but opposition to the remaining proposals from the Michigan Education Association.

Michigan gubernatorial candidates addressed environmental issues including data centers, clean energy, and water usage. The 2024 tax breaks for data centers spurred proposals like The Barn project, prompting debate over economic benefits versus environmental impact. Candidates agree on accountability for data centers but differ on enforcement and local control.

The article examines the positions of four Michigan gubernatorial candidates—Jocelyn Benson, John James, Perry Johnson, and Chris Swanson—on data centers and environmental issues.

Michigan's four gubernatorial candidates address education challenges, including childhood literacy and teacher training. Proposals include hiring literacy coaches, mandating phonics instruction, and adopting the LETRS training program. A 2024 law requires literacy training for teachers by 2027-28 and 2031-32.

The article examines the positions of Michigan's governor candidates on schools and literacy. It features candidates including Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson, US Rep. John James, Perry Johnson, and Chris Swanson.

Michigan's 2026 August Primary features three key races: the Democratic and Republican gubernatorial primaries, and the Democratic U.S. Senate Primary for Senator Gary Peters' open seat. Candidates include Congressman John James, Perry Johnson, Jocelyn Benson, Chris Swanson, Haley Stevens, and Dr. Abdul El-Sayed, with primary winners advancing to the November general election.

Republican businessman Perry Johnson has self-funded nearly $30 million for his Michigan governor campaign, while Democrat Jocelyn Benson raised $5 million, including union donations, and holds a $6.4 million war chest. John James's GOP campaign and a pro-James super PAC received $3.2 million, partly from DeVos family donations. The primary between Johnson and James is set for August 4.

New filings reveal top donors to Michigan gubernatorial candidates. The candidates include Jocelyn Benson, John James, Perry Johnson, and Chris Swanson.

Michigan’s gubernatorial candidates share priorities on literacy and college/career readiness but diverge on approaches like school choice versus equitable funding. Candidates include Jocelyn Benson, Chris Swanson, John James, Perry Johnson, and former Attorney General Mike Cox, who withdrew after Trump endorsed James.

A 2026 poll of Michigan Democratic voters shows Jocelyn Benson leading Chris Swanson 71.7% to 11.9% in the gubernatorial primary. Benson has significantly higher name recognition (88.9%) and favorability (69.5%) compared to Swanson (48.5% name recognition, 15.0% favorability). The survey, conducted by The Glengariff Group, Inc., had a 500-sample size with a 4.4% margin of error.

Jocelyn Benson, a gubernatorial candidate in Michigan, faces scrutiny over her husband's role at a company involved in a data center project in the state. She denies family profits from data centers and proposes regulations requiring public hearings and environmental safeguards for developers.

Michigan is allocating a record $22.9 billion for K-12 education in the next school year, but students rank 44th in fourth-grade reading and 34th in fourth-grade math. Democratic candidates Jocelyn Benson and Chris Swanson advocate for increased school funding with equitable models, while Republican candidates John James, Mike Cox, and Perry Johnson emphasize accountability, literacy instruction, and parental options. Benson proposes a weighted funding model without raising taxes on middle-class families, and Cox suggests assigning school grades and requiring reading proficiency for third-grade advancement.

Five candidates for Michigan governor in the 2026 race participated in interviews with Local 4, discussing priorities like education, affordability, and public safety. Current Governor Gretchen Whitmer is term-limited and not running again. The primary election is scheduled for August 4.

The article outlines recent political endorsements in Michigan for various races, including U.S. Senate candidates Mallory McMorrow, Haley Stevens, and Abdul El-Sayed, who received support from major media outlets, labor unions, and advocacy groups. Endorsements are also detailed for congressional candidates, gubernatorial hopeful Chris Swanson, and state legislative and attorney general races.

Multiple endorsements were announced for candidates in Michigan's political races, including U.S. Rep. Haley Stevens for Senate, Abdul El-Sayed for Senate, and state Sen. Mallory McMorrow for Senate. U.S. Rep. Ro Khanna will campaign with Will Lawrence in Michigan's 7th Congressional District on June 28.

Republican gubernatorial candidate Perry Johnson stopped running an ad claiming 'President Trump did not endorse John James' after Trump officially backed James. Johnson criticized an ad from Mission Michigan promoting James as Trump's loyal candidate, but Trump's endorsement led to Senate Minority Leader Aric Nesbitt dropping out and endorsing James. Other Republican candidates include Mike Cox, while Democrats Jocelyn Benson and Chris Swanson will compete in their primary.

Six gubernatorial candidates are listed for Michigan's Aug. 4 primary ballot. The candidates include Jocelyn Benson, Mike Cox, John James, Aric Nesbitt, Perry Johnson, and Chris Swanson.

Teamsters endorse Sheriff Chris Swanson in his campaign against Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson and Detroit Mayor Mary Sheffield. Jocelyn Benson has received an endorsement from the UAW.

Chris Swanson is focusing on a rigorous campaign schedule and social media presence to secure victory in the Michigan governor primary. The article notes his approach may require additional effort in the final weeks of the race.

The United Auto Workers (UAW) endorsed Jocelyn Benson for Michigan governor and Abdul El-Sayed for U.S. Senate, solidifying their positions as frontrunners in the Democratic primary races. The endorsement follows a year of labor support and aims to position Benson and El-Sayed as leaders aligned with working-class interests.

Multiple political candidates in Michigan received endorsements from labor unions and organizations. Jocelyn Benson, Chris Swanson, Abdul El-Sayed, and others gained support from groups like UAW, Teamsters, and the Michigan Chamber of Commerce. Republican Perry Johnson also secured backing through a straw poll, and new candidates announced their campaigns.